Aadujeevitham Box Office Collection: Prithiviraj Sukumaran’s Movie Enters Rs 100 Crore Worldwide
April 6, 2024Aadujeevitham: A Malayalam Movie Makes a Big Splash
A Successful Film Based on a True Story
A Malayalam movie titled “Aadujeevitham” (translated as “The Goat Life”) has been a huge hit at the box office. The film, which premiered on March 29, 2024, tells the story of a Malayali man named Najeeb who is forced to work as a goat herder in the harsh deserts of Saudi Arabia. This situation reflects the real-life experiences of many Indian workers who have been tricked or forced into similar labor conditions.
Strong Box Office Performance
The movie has been very successful, earning over 100 crore rupees (approximately $1.2 million USD) worldwide. This is a significant achievement for a Malayalam film. Lead actor Prithviraj Sukumaran celebrated this milestone on social media, thanking fans for their support.
100 Cr and counting at the Global Box Office! Thank you for this unprecedented success! â€ïž???? #Aadujeevitham #TheGoatLife @DirectorBlessy @benyamin_bh @arrahman @Amala_ams@Haitianhero @rikaby @resulp @iamkrgokul @HombaleFilms @AAFilmsIndia @PrithvirajProd @RedGiantMovies_⊠pic.twitter.com/6H1gynVIJ6
— Prithviraj Sukumaran (@PrithviOfficial) April 6, 2024
Impressive First Week Numbers
In its first week of release, “Aadujeevitham” earned a whopping 49 crore rupees (approximately $600,000 USD) domestically. This is almost double what another recent Malayalam movie, “Manjummel Boys,” earned in its first eight days. These numbers solidify “Aadujeevitham” as one of the highest-grossing Malayalam films of 2024.
Critical Acclaim
The film has also been praised by critics for its gripping story and the excellent acting, particularly by Prithviraj Sukumaran. This combination of strong storytelling and performances has helped to make “Aadujeevitham” a major success.
Based on a Book
“Aadujeevitham” is actually an adaptation of a popular Malayalam novel of the same name written by Benyamin in 2008. The book tells the true story of Najeeb, a Malayali migrant worker who found himself trapped in servitude as a goat herder in Saudi Arabia, just like many others.
Prithviraj Sukumaran on Playing Najeeb
Prithviraj Sukumaran, the lead actor, shared his initial struggles with portraying Najeeb. He wasn’t sure if he should base his performance on the real Najeeb, the character in the book, or the director’s vision. Ultimately, he decided to combine all three perspectives to create his own interpretation of Najeeb, resulting in a powerful and nuanced performance.
“Aadujeevitham” is a powerful film that has resonated with audiences due to its real-life story and exceptional performances. The movie’s success is a testament to the talent of the filmmakers and actors involved.
